Episode 9: Earth, Wind & MORE WIND! | Erwin, TN to Kincora Hiker Hostel | Appalachian Trail 2022

[@richkearney1093]

Thank you for taking that time to honor Chapo…got a little teary thinking back on when me, him, and the Tramily camped up there. It’s a special place and I appreciate you trying to do it justice on camera. On tough climbs, he and I would just remember that “it’s only another bitch-ass mountain” lol…glad you’re still out there man!

[@TrailheadJustin]

I love cursing the mountains lmao!

[@colleenbreining624]

Loved how you paid tribute! Such a nice gesture. I agree with having courtesy. Wow that’s a lot of miles. Great day for you both! Enjoying the videos.

[@GwendolynKensinger]

It's wild that I started with watching your Loyalsock videos earlier today and then immediately dove into your AT journey and here I am on episode 9.

[@GwendolynKensinger]

I live in Virginia and when you said more consistent weather all I could do was lol.

[@alhaqqdarlie]

I absolutely loved it when you gave the wind the finger! Been there, done that, lol! 😂❤️

[@TrailheadJustin]

And that came from deep in my spirit 😂

[@barbararall5498]

Thanks for another great video. I’m looking forward to your time in Damascus. I’ve hiked some AT sections in that area. It’s a really cute town. Keep on hiking!

[@karjurassic8364]

Congrats on 400!!! That breakfast looked amazing! You got some nice views/scenery in this one. Rants were spot on!

[@bradorndorff7408]

Thoroughly enjoyed this tonight. Keep on keeping on my friend.

[@michellewright1617]

Congratulations!!!

[@americafirst5453]

Thank you for another great video I really enjoy them.

[@monikershadow]

So glad you got to go to Trail Days!!

[@bradorndorff7408]

Unaka mtn. Unaka is Cherokee for white, as in the cloud cover often seen up there. Thank you brother for the beauty spot honor of El Chapo. You are special ❤️✌️🤗

[@shirleybaker8709]

Another great informative video! You & Leapfrog are doing great! Take care, stay safe & drink plenty of water!!!!!!🙂🧡

[@TrailheadJustin]

Thanks for the reminder to drink water!

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

Maybe get some electrolytes to put in water.

[@ssue4q]

Oh sorry you had such shity weather again. And you're definitely right about the shelter that's a bunch of BS! And the Pooh. All that aside. I know how much you young guys like really short hair or bald. Opposite of my younger days where guys all had long hair. And darker toned people like yourself had really cool looking afros. I can't wait to see that! Thank you so much for taking us on this great journey. And the beautiful scenery. I got a feeling your next vlog will be awesome perfect weather. Before the heat& humidity gets upon you! As always safe and happy travels😘 Keep On Keepin On💋😘💗 p.s. 😳breakfast looked pretty damn tasty to me🐸💃🎉

[@jackiechandler7349]

Props to you Justin. You are the real deal!

[@andymytys]

How’s that backcountry bidet working for you? Talking about that might inspire some folks to just leave the TP at home. I use the Holey Hiker Bidet and love it.

[@TrailheadJustin]

I love mine too

[@actoldlater...itsnevertool5288]

Thank you for the touching tribute to El Chappo ♥️. I laughed at “ this is the opposite of fun”😂

[@annajo1963]

Beaty is a beautiful place! Wait till you get to Virginia it Rockville and rootville get on my nerves Lol! Keep going you are doing great!😎🌼🌻

[@bradorndorff7408]

Again bro you are spot on about shelter courtesy. The most despicable people I've seen are the ones that set up tents in there.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Oh I haven’t seen that yet, but best believe I’m saying something if I ever do

[@alpineearth]

That was a good rant. Us white women who have encountered clowns like this know exactly what you are talking about. Mamas boys is what you call them. Keep keeping it real! Good luck.

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

Yeah. Well, I’d of probably pitched a bitch fit about that food bag! That’s not a good situation for a middle aged white woman, red headed like me to be in! Especially when I’m tired and hangry! That mamas boy would get a talkin to and attitude adjustment. Then I’d be known as the bitch on the trail. Lol That breakfast looked so good! Hang in there. There’s good n bad of alllllll races, genders, nationality,etc. I’m sure you’ll meet more good than bad. I know it’s frustrating. He’s probably the one that left 💩 poop n toilet 🚽 toilet paper ! Ugh.... Man, I don’t think I could do it. Lol I admire you. You’re doing great! I loved the video!

[@bloorazzberries]

Great update! Glad that wind finally died down, that can be so brutal physically and mentally.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Ugh it was so annoying lol

[@nicholehikes]

I’m so sad reading Nate’s story. I’m glad you paid tribute to him and that you got a scholarship to help with your thru hike. I’m sorry to his family and I’m sorry about the loss of your friend. I’ve found nature to always be a cure to whatever mentally ails me.

[@laur8535]

I love your rants. How can things ever get better if people don't call out the real problems? Thank you for raising awareness about respecting Mother Nature, each other, and how privilege is connected with entitled behavior.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@Ellisa1920]

I wish I could send you some Chipotle, Hunger Games style 😂

[@TrailheadJustin]

Ugh I wish! 😩

[@laur8535]

I did a seven-mile Day hike today and I am feeling it now. Can't imagine working up to 25, but then I've never been an A.T. thru-hiker yet.

[@TrailheadJustin]

If you were to keep doing 7 miles everyday, and each day start adding a mile to that, eventually you’d be doing 20+ ☺️

[@ChrisMaka]

That is some total BS about those selfish hikers in the shelter and the jackhole who didn’t bury their crap. I hope you don’t run into too many of them on your hike. Great job and keep going strong. I’m living my thru-hiking dreams vicariously through you. 😆

[@TrailheadJustin]

Most folks out here are very kind and considerate! 🙏🏾

[@chriscourson2824]

you are now my favorite hiker. where are you from? I am in Dothan, Al

[@DWNY358]

I believe he said he was from Baltimore

[@chriscourson2824]

@@DWNY358 thanks! I love his videos! Such a nice guy! He would be a great hiking partner!!

[@TrailheadJustin]

Carl is correct! Baltimore, MD

[@chriscourson2824]

@@TrailheadJustin thanks for answering!!

[@goliath0311]

Good hiking keep going !

[@RickyBobbyPlusOne]

What phone are you using for your videos and what are you using as an editor? Thanks.

[@TrailheadJustin]

iPhone 13 Pro Max & KineMaster app for editing

[@RickyBobbyPlusOne]

@@TrailheadJustin thank you responding. Great content.

[@Chahtawarrior31]

I learned how selfish some folks are in this great nation after Serving, Fighting, and being disabled from my Wars. I hate some folks (we called it the 10% in the Marine Corps) who just don't get it or think they deserve everything over others! Be safe and Keep going! "Never Quit, Never Surrender!" Semper Fi and Can Do

[@terryhoover369]

Love seeing you out there enjoying the trail and doing the work! You could probably cut down on your video time and make life easier for you. It's a bit long to watch also. Keep on keeping on!

[@annwilson4872]

Wow, didn’t know there was also a Jones Falls in TN.

[@TrailheadJustin]

I saw it for myself lol

[@bradorndorff7408]

Don't know if I said it before but some of the worst days l had on trail in later years are now my fondest memories. Embrace the Sacred and there will be no suck.🤗✌️❤️

[@inthewind3675]

Thank you for honoring El Chapo. Ya, L.N.T.

[@DWNY358]

You are correct that the next (and only remaining) 6000’er on the AT will be Mt. Washington in the Whites.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Thank you!

[@chriscourson2824]

it has been very windy here in South Alabama, also! I am so tired if it!!

[@TrailheadJustin]

I felt your pain, briefly haha

[@chriscourson2824]

@@TrailheadJustin you hang in there!! i am a HUGE fan!!

[@andymytys]

I’m surprised you haven’t mentioned the people that eat in the shelter sleeping areas. I mean, they’re just laying out appetizers for the shelter mice, with all their crumbs.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Most of the times they put the picnic tables right in front of the shelters, which I don’t think helps much. But what can you do….

[@kimberlypenney7216]

Your such a thoughtful young man.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Thank you!

[@suetaylor5758]

I received my trail magic from brother Tom, same place. I believe he’s been doing trail magic there for many years.

[@TrailheadJustin]

He’s awesome!

[@walterlangston4484]

was on A nice day hike to day on rail trail just short driver from my house saw some trash along trail and lot of trash near trash can don/t know y people do that

[@nickrowe7473]

Pick some up when u can☮🙂

[@walterlangston4484]

@@nickrowe7473 did pick some up this trip park ranger was at the end of trail cleaning up to

[@TrailheadJustin]

That’s why I have to keep saying it so more folks will catch on

[@pennywilliams841]

Are you going , I hope so , would love to meet you

[@traveler7999]

You're right. people should make room for others if possible. some just don't have any manners.

[@terryburleson6298]

It’s exciting that you are hiking the AT. It saddens me that you have called out a whole race of people due to the actions of a few. How would you feel if I judged you poorly because I had a bad experience in your hometown of Philadelphia, or another large Northern city? There are bad people among all races, but I want to believe that most people have kind hearts and love all humanity. Good luck as you continue your hike.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Black people have historically been judged poorly, so your point is lost there. I called out what I’ve been seeing from the folks who have been exhibiting those behaviors. I knew it wouldn’t go over well with everyone, and I made sure to address everyone towards the end of my rant, but I’m always going to express how I feel in the moment, respectfully.

[@maxnikolaus4376]

How ignorant can you be? Just gonna totally ignore the part he said if you’re not a white male THE MESSAGE STILL APPLIES? too many old white guys who never learned LNT or basic trail etiquette ruining it for everybody. It’s a lot harder to ignore stuff like this on the trail when it happens every single day in every other aspect of life, but it doesn’t affect YOU cuz you’re a straight white person!

[@AuthorBDGorman]

I just want to know if you gave rude shelter dude a few kind words... :)

[@TrailheadJustin]

I didn’t this time, but I found joy in knowing he hiked out in the rain the next morning, whereas Leapfrog & I waited out the storm and stayed dry ☺️

[@pennywilliams841]

Yes leave no trace , shame on hikers that don’t

[@andymytys]

Re entitled white male hetero hikers in the shelters, I would say that the male hetero part describes most thru-hikers, so any generalization is going to impact that population. My experience is that people are just clueless in terms of proper shelter etiquette. I’ve seen people pitch tents in shelters and claim no more space. People also like personal space from a front-country perspective, especially when they’re dry and wet hikers will be coming. In situations like you were in, I come in like a ridge runner. Grab the shelter sweeper, announce that bad weather is coming and it’s going to be a packed house tonight. Then say I’m cleaning the sleeping area so when all the wet hikers come in they don’t turn all the dirt to mud, asking the people to move their gear into small areas. Once I’ve finished sweeping, I just say there will be a dry area for hikers who are there before the storm, and a wet area for the hikers coming in wet. Everyone always is appreciative and moves to my appointed dry area, and then I just put my stuff closest to the wet area. I’ve already taken control, so there’s no issue saying there’s a lot of hikers coming in, and asking people to move a little tighter. Not doubting your experience. Peach your truth. I just think sometimes a little diplomacy can fix unpleasant situations as they’re developing.

[@PS_1904]

This was very well said. I appreciate the perspective.

[@TrailheadJustin]

I agree. This is a great outlook.

[@carmenhernandez6102]

That’s a great way to get them moving!! Will be using that on my thru hike! Thanks

[@ridgepath]

I’m going to use this one! Never thought of the ubiquitous shelter broom as a prop! Good one.

[@bradorndorff7408]

I agree about the filthy pig not burying. I have had more disgusting experiences with filthy pigs than I could ever mention. Karma would be if he or she steps in someone else's

[@pennywilliams841]

So agree with your rant , that happen to us last year but it was a bunch of White 20’s yo females that thought they were privileged because they were thru hikers and we were only hiking 2 wks in late October , we said no we are stopping here not 1 mile up the trail that they suggested

[@TrailheadJustin]

If I see that kind of behavior from anyone else I’ll call them out too 🙄

[@ChopperOutdoors]

You are doing it wrong you are supposed to swing the loop to the hook

[@TrailheadJustin]

Someone informed me of the correct way to play 🤦🏾‍♂️😂

[@bradorndorff7408]

Im liking the hair and beard, my advice, let it grow 🧔

[@TrailheadJustin]

I’m interested to see what it becomes, so I’m letting it grow 💁🏾‍♂️

[@juliesanford5807]

Lisa and Leslie need the water 💦 Drink up 😁

[@TrailheadJustin]

They really do. Lol!

[@celestesuter1148]

Hydration for sure will help. Stretching out and massaging the muscles is good too. Are you using any electrolytes? Good quality ones can make a huge difference. My favorite brands are Ultima and LMNT. Thank you for the beautiful tribute to your friend.

[@eddyarundale1566]

👋

[@MrTitanTopper]

👍🏻👏🏻💪🏻🙏🏻⬆️

[@annie7395]

hunger games chipotle lmaooooo

[@TrailheadJustin]

That would be sooooo tea! 😂

[@annetteevans5256]

Beautiful testament to Nate. Sorry for the white man privilege issue.. rise above!! As I sit from the comfort of my home watching you, glad that you're doing well and are safe.. crazy ass weather for sure.. loved your finger to the fog.. lol

[@TrailheadJustin]

That finger came from deep within my spirit lol!

[@BureauKat]

You are zipping right along! Ok, did you sleep in your tent while in the shelter? Sounds like a stupid question but if there was no one else in the shelter and you have a freestanding tent..... I'm with you about the irresponsible and rude hikers, especially when it adversely impacts other people.

[@TrailheadJustin]

Nope I haven’t!

[@walterlangston4484]

you will hit some steep clims in Virginia not as hi as this part just steep clim

[@TrailheadJustin]

Steep climbs, my favorite 😩😂

[@appalachianwanderseeker]

I've been enjoying following your journey, but it makes me sad that you would call out a whole group of people based on the actions of a few rude and inconsiderate individuals instead of just calling out the individuals doing it. From what I've observed in life, being rude and inconsiderate is not limited to any one sex or race. I wish you well on the rest of your journey. You're doing great so far.

[@TrailheadJustin]

I figured everyone wouldn’t be happy with my rant, but I simply expressed how I felt in the moment. Towards the end of that excerpt I did make sure to include everyone in the message I was trying to send.

[@PS_1904]

@@TrailheadJustin but for those of us who are white, and have supported you, it was a bit it a slap in the face. Rudeness is not limited to one specific group of people. There is good and bad in every person. The sad thing is, that as we allow society to further divide us into opposing categories instead of treating each of us as individuals, things will not get better. I have enjoyed watching your hike, but that segment hurt my heart. We are all humans, not groups to be cataloged & stereotyped. I wish you will on the rest of your hike, our trail will part ways here. I have no room in my heart for hate. I wish you well.

[@TrailheadJustin]

@@PS_1904 As it turns out, the only individuals who I’ve witnessed exhibiting that behavior have been white men, so that’s who I chose to speak to. Had I seen a black/Asian/Japanese man/woman doing the same, I would’ve called them out too, as I mentioned in the video. If the action I’m speaking about doesn’t apply to you, there’s no need to take it to heart.

[@PS_1904]

@@TrailheadJustin I appreciate your journey, as we are all on one. Celebrate individualism and keep moving forward. Best wishes!

[@TrailheadJustin]

@@PS_1904 Thank you for the kind words. It’s all love on my end 🙂

[@louhale22]

Sounds like some real jerks in the shelters 😏 I'm sure there are plenty of "white men" that aren't that inconsiderate on & off trail. Hopefully, y'all don't have to deal with any more of the jerks!!

[@victoriayartz8175]

Love the way you advocate for Mother Earth. 💩💩💩 on the ground & taking up space that isn’t theirs is giving big colonizer energy 🤢